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DIY Glue Suncatchers

DIY Glue Suncatchers


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  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 1-2 days (including drying time)
  • Yield: Several suncatchers depending on the number of lids used
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Create colorful and creative glue suncatchers that brighten your home with fun art while being kid-friendly.


Ingredients

  • Clear-drying school glue
  • Plastic lids (from yogurt, sour cream, or margarine containers)
  • Food coloring or liquid watercolor paints
  • Toothpicks or skewers
  • Glitter (optional)
  • Black puff paint or permanent marker (for outlines)
  • String or ribbon (for hanging)
  • Hole punch (optional)

Instructions

  1. Outline your design – Use puff paint or permanent marker to draw a spiral, shape, or outline inside the plastic lid. Let it dry completely (a few hours or overnight).
  2. Add glue – Pour clear glue inside the lid, staying within the outline. Spread evenly but not too thin.
  3. Color it in – Add small drops of food coloring or liquid watercolors to the glue. Use a toothpick to swirl and blend colors into fun patterns.
  4. Add sparkle – Sprinkle a little glitter if you’d like some extra shimmer!
  5. Let it dry – Set the lids aside on a flat surface for at least 24–48 hours until the glue is completely clear and dry.
  6. Pop them out – Gently peel your suncatcher out of the lid. If you want to hang it, punch a small hole at the top.
  7. Hang & enjoy! – Use string or ribbon to hang your suncatcher in a sunny window and watch the colors glow!

Notes

  • Optional tip: Add a drop of essential oil to the glue while wet for a pleasant scent.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Craft
  • Method: Crafting
  • Cuisine: N/A

Nutrition

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  • Calories: N/A
  • Sugar: N/A
  • Sodium: N/A
  • Fat: N/A
  • Saturated Fat: N/A
  • Unsaturated Fat: N/A
  • Trans Fat: N/A
  • Carbohydrates: N/A
  • Fiber: N/A
  • Protein: N/A
  • Cholesterol: N/A